How Long to Read Principles of Cancer Genetics

How Long Does it Take to Read Principles of Cancer Genetics?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 22 minutes to read Principles of Cancer Genetics by Fred Bunz

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

This popular textbook, now in its third edition, provides a theoretical framework for understanding why cancers arise, how they develop and how they can be treated. Particular attention is devoted to the origins of cancer and the application of evolutionary theory to explain how mutant cell populations tend to expand and spread. Focused on the genes and signaling pathways involved in the most common tumors, Principles of Cancer Genetics is a highly readable account that will be of interest to anyone who would like to attain a basic understanding of cancer biology. Students who have completed introductory coursework in genetics, biology and biochemistry, medical students and medical house staff will find this book to be a useful starting point toward mastery of this complex but fascinating topic. This updated edition delves into the critical interactions between growing tumors and the immune system, and introduces the concepts of T cell activation, immunoediting and immune evasion. Novel strategies for cancer diagnosis and prognosis, including new roles for next-generation sequencing and liquid biopsies, as well as established and emerging therapeutic modalities are now described in detail. For laypersons, students and researchers in other fields with a general interest in cancer, this book provides an accessible overview, enriched with many easy-to-understand illustrations. For advanced students considering future study in the field of oncology and cancer research, this concise book is a useful guide to the basic principles that underlie our understanding of cancer.

How long is Principles of Cancer Genetics?

Principles of Cancer Genetics by Fred Bunz is 441 pages long, and a total of 110,691 words.

This makes it 149% the length of the average book. It also has 135% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Principles of Cancer Genetics Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 4 minutes to read Principles of Cancer Genetics aloud.

What Reading Level is Principles of Cancer Genetics?

Principles of Cancer Genetics is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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Where Can I Buy Principles of Cancer Genetics?

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